From picturesque coastlines to beautiful mountain scapes, to even more stunning structures, Normandy is the perfect region for those who enjoy a charming and rustic scenery. Join us on this tour for a history that is so meaningful to us, and a marvelous beauty loved by so many.
Itinerary
Departure U.S. for CDG airport to enjoy this once in a lifetime trip.
Morning arrival in Paris Charles de Gaulle–Luxury Bus pick up and departure for our hotel in Pont l’Evêque. Little village in the heart of Normandy, worldwide known for the Pont l’Evêque cheese. Welcomed at the hotel while the luggage is dispatched to our rooms and check in. Afternoon guided visit of our village and/or relaxing time at the hotel and spa where you can take a moment to get acclimated. Early dinner and rest.
Breakfast at the Hotel and departure to discover the Plages du debarquement “D-Day Beaches”. With the Memorial Honoring American soldiers who died in Europe during WWII, 80 years ago and its cemetery. It is located in Colleville-sur-Mer on a cliff overlooking Omaha Beach (One of the main landing beaches during the Normandy invasion).
Lunch at the castle of Sully in Bayeux
Guided visit of this great historical Norman town with its “La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde” immense embroidered cloth (it’s not technically a tapestry) a masterpiece unique in its style created in the 11th century.
Visit Bayeux cathedral. Back to the hotel for dinner and rest.
Breakfast and departure for Deauville, also called “Paris 21st arrondissment” with a guided visit of the town so well-known for its hippodrome (Horse track). This is the town in Normandy where everyone wants to see and be seen in a Riviera like destination. We will drive to the next town, and visit Trouville, the first touristic beaches of Normandy and other coastal beauty.
Lunch at the beautiful L’absinthe Restaurant in Honfleur
Afternoon in Honfleur with guided visit of this beautiful port town. You can stroll and enjoy people watching, France’s number 1 hobby. Return to the hotel, dinner and rest.
Breakfast with early departure for Giverny and Monet’s house and garden for a guided visit of this amazing wonder where you can see the water lilies that inspired the painter.
Lunch at La Musardière
Departure for Rouen, visiting the city center with its beautifully restored medieval quarters, living museum of Normandy-style architecture. You will see the very spot where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake, the famous Rouen gothic cathedral, which Monet painted no less than 30 different masterpieces related to the cathedral. Return to the hotel & dinner.
Breakfast and morning free to explore the town!
Lunch at Restaurant Pierre Caillet
Departure for Etretat. Étretat is best known for its cliffs, including 3 natural arches and the pointed “needle”. These cliffs attracted artists including Eugène Boudin, Gustave Courbet and Claude Monet. Return to the hotel while crossing picturesque areas like “le pont de Tancarville” just suspended over the Seine river, la route des chaumieres, you will understand why and how the Normands built their house that way, and Conteville in the Calvados commune. Dinner and rest!
Breakfast and early departure for Saint Vaast la Hougue, this amazing historical coastal town. We will climb onto 2 big horse carriages for an exciting, guided visit of this coastal village filled with surprising facts and amazing scenery. Known for the freshest oyster tasting, served with a delicious dry wine will take place on the oyster paradise coastline.
Lunch at the “Panoramique” Restaurant overlooking the whole bay. On our way back we will stop and pay our respect in the historical village of
Sainte-Mere Eglise (famous for the American paratrooper hanging from the steeple of its church in the “Longest Day”). Visit Air Borne Museum and return to the hotel for dinner and relaxing.
Breakfast and an early departure for the so well-know Mont Saint-Michel. On our way we will include a panoramic visit of the amazing town of Caen.
Lunch at La Ferme Saint Michel
Guided visit of the village and the monastery built on a rocky outcrop in the middle of a tidal flat and connected to the mainland by a causeway. Mont Saint-Michel is considered to be one of the wonders of the western world and one of France’s most visited attractions. Free afternoon on this amazing site with guided visit of the abbey, for the courageous, Return to the hotel for dinner.
Breakfast at hotel and then a walking visit with the guide of Pont l’Evêque. Visit of a cellar where Calavados is produced and sold at Pere Magloire.
Lunch back at the Hotel. Continuation to a local cheese factory, Fromagerie Graindorge in town of Livarot. Return to the hotel for dinner.
Breakfast and Departure for the Airport (CDG)
Price $
Additional Information
The all-inclusive price includes hotel, ground transportation, most meals with wine, all guided visits and excursions, taxes and fees.
$6400/person
Single Supplement $800 .
If utilizing a credit card for payment, a 3% service fee will be applicable
(Airfare is not included – we will advise what time to arrive in Paris.)
This price is based on the Euro exchange rate not climbing over 1.35 US dollars to the Euro.
To reserve your space a $1000 per person non-refundable deposit is due. A non-refundable payment of 50% due by March 10th and balance due by May 10th.
21 guest minimum, 32 guest maximum.
For additional information: (336) 449-6266
Please RSVP for one of our Informational Meetings
Saturday, October 28th 2:30pm
Wednesday, December 6th 3:00pm